2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Vantage | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
